Navy
SUPPORT

Rating

171X

Foreign Area Officer

Description

Advises and assists in planning and implementing policy with respect to politico-military aspects of international affairs. Provides background information on international developments of interest to the Navy, interpreting and evaluating their politico-military significance. Advises, assists and supports the development of plans and policies. Provides information, guidance, assistance and representation on international matters of interest to the Navy. Maintains liaison with government agencies concerned with international affairs.

Core Skills

  • politico-military analysis
  • regional and cultural expertise
  • policy development and implementation support
  • strategic planning and assessment
  • interagency coordination and liaison
  • diplomatic communication and negotiation
  • intelligence and open-source research
  • report and white paper writing
  • briefing senior leaders and stakeholders
  • risk and impact analysis
  • program and project management
  • stakeholder engagement
  • language and cross-cultural communication
  • information security awareness
  • team leadership and mentoring

Common Certifications

  • Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
  • Certified International Professional Negotiator (CIPN)
  • Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)

Civilian Career Paths

  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • ADMINISTRATION

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